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Overcall theories and four spades odds in modern bridge
Oswald and Jim discuss shifting bidding theory from doubles to overcalls since 1950. They note modern experts favor overcalls for strength and versatility, with four spades as a solid contract when partner supports. The dialogue ponders remedies to prevent overtricks and when to shift to diamonds. The column ends by posing a daily bridge problem: partner raises to two spades after one spade.
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East
Oswald
North
Jim
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Korea
Edgar Kaplan